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Recent Examples of old-world The pageantry and the tradition The main-stage campus commencement gatherings at Alumni Park, which began about 75 years ago, weren’t short on pageantry and old-world tradition going back decades. Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025 The project will include a private dining room, residents-only speakeasy, and sky bar, all modeled after Cipriani’s signature old-world elegance. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 May 2025 This Staub Ceramic Dinnerware 12-pc stoneware place settings branded with the Staub logo on each piece are a great mix of modern design and old-world craftsmanship. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025 This Staub Ceramic Dinnerware 12-piece stoneware place settings branded with the Staub logo on each piece are a great mix of modern design and old-world craftsmanship. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for old-world
Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-world
Adjective
  • The vintage weather was perfect and allowed for early ripening.
    John Mariani, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • The home has its original hardwood floors, and vintage fixtures and historic interior trim, Williams said.
    Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2025
Adjective
  • An antique mirror from the same time frame is also on display.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2025
  • Similarly, Ralph Lauren has reminded shoppers of its legacy, trading space-age materials for oak walls, antique fixtures and vintage paintings. 4.
    Simon Hathaway, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Adjective
  • Over time, the visible Air units in retro versions of the shoe grew increasingly smaller, but this year’s version has been tweaked to (almost) match the look and feel of the originals.
    Riley Jones, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
  • The bright flame shade is the perfect summer red, matching with everything from retro white sneakers to strappy leather sandals or wedges.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • But newer spots such as Lucky Day, which opened in 2017, are expanding beyond Buffalo’s traditional menu offerings.
    David Allan, CNN Money, 31 May 2025
  • Il Molino di Grace (Panzano in Chianti) – Combining traditional methods with sustainability, this historic estate captures the bold yet refined character of Panzano.
    Jessica Dupuy, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Assemblies of God asserts that Adam and Eve were historical people.
    Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2025
  • The 922 reports logged through late May is 281 more than the historical average of 641 for this time of year, the outlet said.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Adjective
  • Historic Haven New Haven, home to Yale University, offers a blend of historic charm and progressive energy.
    Joshua Alston, USA Today, 24 May 2025
  • Set once again at the historic Fillmore Miami Beach, ticket and lineup information for Billboard Latin Music Week 2025 will be announced in the coming weeks.
    Griselda Flores, Billboard, 24 May 2025
Adjective
  • Extra pomp doesn’t have to skew antiquated, either, as several modern variations from upscale brands like Sferra and Annie Selke illustrate.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 24 May 2025
  • Read about the towns across the country that are successfully moving away from antiquated parking mandates.
    Casey Moran, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Calico Mine Ride is a leisurely, family-friendly, old-time train ride on ore cars through an impressive recreation of a working gold mine.
    Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
  • Wait a second, the retort goes, the old-time adage is that to the victor go the spoils.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025

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“Old-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-world. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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